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Old wives’ tales were gospel at one point in time, but these days, they’re more like the internet’s quirky grandma—full of odd advice and stories that you’re not quite sure whether to laugh at or secretly Google later. Remember being told that if you made a weird face, it might freeze that way? Well, we’re all walking around with our normal faces, so the joke’s on them.
But here’s the kicker—sometimes, these tales have a grain of truth, like how chicken soup is good for a cold. Sure, it’s not the miracle cure, but it’s comfort food that can make you feel a bit better. And eating carrots for better eyesight? They’re packed with vitamin A, so there’s not a total fib there.
In the end, old wives’ tales are a mix of hit-and-miss advice passed down through generations. They’re the kind of folklore that keeps life exciting and gives us a good laugh, particularly in this Reddit thread that has folks sharing the old wives’ tales they’re shocked people still believe.
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